Mary Ann Hassing

Mary Ann Hassing, age 76, of Sherburn, formerly of Alpha, Minnesota entered into eternal rest, with her daughter Ann and granddaughters by her side, on Friday, July 1, 2022, at Temperance Lake Ridge in Sherburn. Mary will be laid to rest at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at a later date.  

Mary Ann Hassing, daughter of Victor and Margaret (Dunne) Murphy was born on Thursday, January 24, 1946, in Blue Earth, Minnesota. She attended and graduated from Blue Earth Schools in 1964. Upon graduation, Mary attended beauty school in the Twin Cities. Mary met the love of her life Robert Hassing at a dance at the Fox Lake Ballroom. They were united in marriage on March 11, 1966, at the St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Blue Earth, Minnesota. After marriage the couple made their home together in Alpha. Mary worked as a bartender at the VFW in Sherburn for many years, along with doing hair for individuals, with her main focus taking care of the home. She was a member of the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Jackson. Mary was also a member of the VFW and American Legion Auxiliary. Mary stayed living in Alpha, upon Robert’s passing in 2016, until January 2022, when she moved into the Temperance Lake Ridge Assisted Living in Sherburn. On Friday, July 1, 2022, Mary passed away peacefully with her daughter and granddaughters Taylor and Addison by her side, at the age of 76 years, 5 months, and 7 days.

Mary was an outgoing lady. She enjoyed taking her daily drives around Alpha, checking in on her neighbors. She was an outstanding decorator for the holidays, never missing a single one. During the summer months, Mary could be found out tinkering in her flower beds. She enjoyed baking, sharing with her friends, family, and neighbors. Mary loved spending time with her family, especially her granddaughters Taylor and Addison. Mary’s kind heart, and warm smile will always be remembered by her family and great friends.

Left to cherish the memories of Mary are her daughter Ann (Duane) Leifson of Baldwin, North Dakota, granddaughters Taylor Johnson and Addison Leifson, sister Margaret Murphy; brother-in-law Bill (Barb) Hassing, and sister-in-law Judy (David) Senne; special family friend Krystal Preuss; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Mary is preceded in death by her husband Robert, parents Victor and Margaret, brother Thomas L. Murphy, brother and sister-in-law Raymond and Joan Witt.

Blessed be the memory of Mary Ann Hassing.

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